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AUDIO: Sen. Matt Boehnke bill signed into law to streamline financial aid tracking

Published on March 24, 2026
If you’ve ever tried to track a college financial aid application, you know it can feel like a maze. A new Washington law aims to make that process a lot clearer for students and families. Tracy Ellis reports.
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A ‘Train Wreck’ for Washington? Inside the 2026 Legislative Session

Published on March 19, 2026
Washington’s 2026 legislative session ended with a historic income tax proposal, an $80 billion state budget, and major fights over agriculture, law enforcement, and business regulation. Senate Republican Leader John Braun joins Elephant in the Dome to explain what passed, what Republicans stopped, and what it could mean for Washington’s economy. Topics include: Washington income...
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AUDIO: Sen. Keith Goehner Reflects on Washington’s Legislative Session and Budget Concerns on KPQ’s The Agenda

Published on March 18, 2026
Sen. Keith Goehner joins KPQ to discuss Washington’s 2026 legislative session, highlighting budget deficits, new taxes, pension shifts, and limits on public input. He addresses impacts on education, agriculture, energy policy, and county governments while stressing the need for accountability, sustainable spending, and meaningful engagement with constituents.
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AUDIO: Sen. Matt Boehnke bill protecting Washingtonians from AI deepfakes signed into law

Published on March 16, 2026
A new Washington law aims to keep artificial intelligence from stealing your identity. Tracy Ellis explains.
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AUDIO: Legislative update with State Senate Republican Leader John Braun – Income Tax Passage Raises Legal and Voter Concerns

Published on March 13, 2026
Sen. John Braun discusses the newly passed income tax, predicting legal challenges and criticizing constraints on voter input. He argues the measure violates the state constitution and says the initiative-only path will confuse voters and undermine a clear public decision on the tax.
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